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piece of the action

Idioms  
  1. A share in an activity or in the profits, as in They wanted a piece of the action in this land deal. [Slang; mid-1900s]


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Naturally, China’s tech titans wanted a piece of the action, even if their enthusiasm didn’t last.

From Barron's Jun. 29, 2026

The man whose loafer launched an empire wanted a piece of the action this time.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 7, 2026

That added to a quasi “gold rush” among investors who understandably hungered for a piece of the action.

From MarketWatch Feb. 3, 2026

The most ambitious among them just want a piece of the action.

From Salon Jan. 15, 2026

Most likely Jackson is here to collect his piece of the action.

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland

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